Round 1 | Home Opener | The Furnace
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A new chapter begins.
The Bendigo Bank Eastern Suns start their 2026 NBL1 West season at home against the Lakeside Lightning, bringing fresh energy, fresh faces, and a renewed hunger to make a statement from the very tip-off.
New season. New players. New excitement. Same Furnace.
Let’s go Suns.
FORM GUIDE
Round 1 means one thing — everyone starts equal.
No ladder pressure. No past results. Just opportunity.
It’s a clean slate across the competition, and both sides will be eager to set the tone early with a strong opening performance.
LAST TIME THEY MET
Women
Ray Owen Sports Centre
July 17, 2025
Suns 85 def Lightning 71
The Suns Women delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, controlling the game from start to finish. Leading at every break, they showcased their ability to execute on both ends — locking in defensively while maintaining consistent offensive pressure.
Men
Ray Owen Sports Centre
July 17, 2025
Lightning 114 def Suns 83
A tale of two halves for the Suns Men. A blistering opening quarter saw them explode offensively, but a dominant second period from Lakeside shifted momentum. Despite moments of resilience, the Suns couldn’t regain control as the Lightning powered home.
ONES TO WATCH
All eyes will be on the new-look Suns squads.
With a wave of off-season recruits set to debut, fans will get their first look at the talent ready to make an impact in orange and black. Expect energy, intensity, and plenty of excitement as combinations begin to build.
And keep an eye on Joe Cook-Green, returning to the club and ready to make his presence felt once again.